15" Decorated Birch Platter - Learn From My Mistakes!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ต.ค. 2024
- I use Sorby spiraling/texturing tool to decorate the top and bottom of this platter. Color added with Tombow markers. Lots of "Firsts" on this piece. Visit my Facebook Page for previous projects: / phils-woodshop-1470648... Thanks for watching and please subscribe!
As you can see I'm 5 years late watching this video. I've read through most of the comments and I agree with all of them. Mr. Anderson , you are a Master of your craft. Long may you reign Sir.
Thank you so much, Cliff! 😊
I've written to you before phil, and you've graciously answered...to me the greatest pleasure of wood turning....apart from wood turning, is the joy on people's faces when I give them a bowl...each one is unique..
I am a quilter and have found that I’ve learned something new each quilt I’ve made. Some techniques I’ll never repeat because they were frustrating. I see wood working is the same. I like your platter, it looks like fine china. You can now check off this technique as “tried it” and return to what you love best; which is marvelous.
You have a good understanding of creativity and a great way to explain it, Betsy! 😊
Well Phil, for all you put yourself down at times, you truly are an artist with such an innate understanding of wood. The platter turned out beautifully and I hope your reticence doesn’t put you off doing a coloured and textured piece in the future. Since stumbling across your channel fairly recently I have become addicted to watching. I must admit I do chuckle, but not because I think you are doing anything wrong (I’m no woodturner), but simply your wonderfully droll sense of humour helps lift my spirits and take my mind off the mindless hatred of the war here in Europe. You are giving me a sense of balance I need right now. You are a good man.🪵🎨👨🏻🎨🤩
Thank you so much, Anita, for taking your time to watch and comment. I pray daily for all those affected by the insane actions of that mad man.
Phil, this Birch platter with the coloring and glow has got to be imho the most beautiful piece you've made! There are a few close second place winners but that platter takes home the gold!!!
It's a favorite of visitors too, Peggy! 😊
Don't sell yourself short sir. It is a beautiful piece. You have remarkable skills and the spray was a great save. It turned out gorgeous.
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I love the blue and turquoise, they look metallic. It's phenomenal. The colours are Wimbledon tennis colours and that could be a beautiful trophy platter awarded to best ball boy or girl every year.
Thank you, Susan! 😊 Cheers!
The platter is beautiful and doesn’t need anything else. If you decide to get rid of it, Then I’m your buyer!
Haha, my daughter claimed it and then her friend claimed it. They've been hashing it out for years. Meanwhile, it's mine! I am glad you like it, too, thank you very much! 😊
Very nice. Made a nice change to see you do a piece like that. I prefer your live edge pieces though.
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Your work is awesome. The two colors did make a big difference. It’s tough being the teacher and the student but when you talk you listen.
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Hi Phil, you are not only a wonderful, thoughtful, sympathetic turner but you are also entertaining in your whole process and I have learned so much from watching your videos. Glad you’re still going your thang as I don’t know where I’d go for such quality of work and character. Take care buddy
Wow, thank you, Bill! 😊
Oh my! Phil you are so critical of your work! That’s probably why you’re such an incredible woodturner. Great work. Love the plate. Love the shape.
Thank you very much, Sylvie! 😊
I hope that your wife loved the platter It is wonderful and what a learning curve that was!
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Well done Phil ,you are smart enough to know when to stop, I would have cried if you went through the bottom good luck my friend all the best from Sherwood forest UK
Home of Robin Hood, my favorite, John! 😊
You did a great job Phil! I love everything you do! Like I tell my kids…if it’s the first time you’ve done or tried something, it’s not going to be perfect! It takes practice and time to become great at something and I think you did an incredible job with all the ‘firsts’ that were included in this piece!
Cool, thank you, Megan! 😄
Yes, it’s different from your usual work....but no less beautiful....the texture is a nice touch...
I'm so glad you like it, Loraine, thank you!
Phil thats a beautiful platter you should be very proud and happy with yourself. I watch nearly all your turning and l love what you present too us. Well done Peter
Thank you, Peter! It's very popular with the ladies that visit. 😃
Hi Phil, Phil just letting you know that I live in Mackay North Queensland, Australia cheers Peter
@@peterjamieson-dp5wy Cool, thanks, Peter! 😃
I like the outcome too. There is nothing like the luster you can get on old wood that has seasoned for years. It gets hard and almost crystalline. It develops a beautiful sheen before you even put any finish on it.
Thank you, Kassandra, I'm glad you like it! 😊
I also absolutely love the front, the colors compliment each other. Love it. All the way from New Zealand
Thank you for telling me where you are, Robyn! 😊
i haven't been watching you very long but have starting to watch all your older videos.... love them all so far...this platter is just so pretty.... thanks for sharing
Thank you for spending some time with me, Ruthe! I'm glad you like this one! 😊
Hi Phil...looks like an older video. No worries. It's very nice to see your face as well as understand how you approach the spinning wood. You are one Sierra Hotel (fighter pilot talk) woodturner!!!
Cool, thanks, Roger! 😊
I like the natural rims around the texture. Adds depth.
Cool, I'm glad we agree! Thank you, Willa!
I know this is an older video, but I like how you just went with your instincts. Because I'm glad you went the down the road you did. It's fun to expand one's comfort zones after all :-) It came out beautiful!
I appreciate that, Kelli! 😊
Much as I prefer your normal rustic stuff, I did enjoy the platter trial and error. More please.
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I think it’s a lovely platter Phil. Sometimes it’s good to step out of your comfort zone. So says she who doesn’t do so very often. Haha! I do like the platter though. 😉
Very true, Rosie, that's how we grow! Doesn't make it any more comfortable, though! 😊
Phil, you’re my favorite old coot (from one ol’ coot to another haha) to watch!! 👍👌👌
Its not just your turning..., its your commentary as you go!! And great editing too! You certainly get a thumbs up from this ol’ boy. Take care & keep pumping out the vids ol’ coot! 😂👍👍👍👍👍👍
Right on, Roy, us old coots gottat stick together!
Don’t know if you see comments from old videos but here goes. Nice to see you out of your comfort zone. At first I didn’t like the bowl. Then as you started to seal it I thought the outside, coloured, part looked like pottery. Then I thought what a great combination and I like it. Love your “normal” stuff but every now and then step out of that safe zone.
I keep this around just to show folks I can turn pretty stuff but, you're right, it's outside my comfort zone and who wants to go there? LOL!
Well now that’s good looking…so, of course I want to try doing that. 😮 Thanks a lot Phil!
Hope you enjoy the process, Jonny! 😊
Hi Phil, wish my mistakes would turn out as good as yours.
Keep them coming,you are a very patient man .if that was me it would have been fire wood along time ago.
Thank you, kindly, Joe! It's very popular with visitors.
Phil. I love the plate. Some of your mistakes are the greatest. I really enjoy watching you work. You say your not good , well you are wrong. You are great.
I'm so glad you love it, Bonnie! My daughter and her best friend have been fighting over who gets it. The answer is me! LOL! Thank you for your kind comment! 😊
This platter reminds me of pottery of Ancient Greece. I guess it is that spiral pattern you used. It is absolutely gorgeous! Thank you.
Thank you, Ruth, I'm glad you like it! 😊
First time seeing you use color and a glossy, shiny finish, awesome to see how your style evolved!
Yup, this was a few years ago. I do keep it around just to show I CAN turn normal stuff, just don't want to! LOL!
I've been binge watching your channel for days and love all the stuff you create. Thanks for sharing. See ya in the next one.
Awesome! Thank you, Scott! I'll be looking for you! 😊
Good evening, Phil. I like your piece. It's hard to figure out what others might like, so why not just do what you like. Each of your piece is different and I like that. I don't have a texturing tool but I like the results on your platter. See ya next time.
Thanks, Ray! 😊
We both had a lots of first's on this one. This is the first time I viewed this video, I know you made it a while back. I too want to do a platter some day. It will help to muster enough courage to turn it. I surely hope my first platter turns out as beautiful as yours, but there is a fat chance it will. I will be like a scared rabbit but I will tackle it too. You were pretty calm on this project. You showed no apprehension in the way you made all your decisions. Every cut was the right one. 💡 KEEP ON TURNING
Thanks, Howard! 😊
Absolutely love this!! As always, I’m imagining all the wonderful baked goods I could serve in this. Party platter size. Gorgeous
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Phil, you did a fine job on the plater. Love watching as usual, impressive!!
Wow, thanks! 😊
As an old boy, 70 Yrs, new to wood turning, I now have you down as the man to learn from. I don’t expect to reach a skill level anywhere near that which you possess but your work is beautiful, exceptional and it is a joy to watch you at work.
You have gained an enthusiastic old subscriber from Barnstaple, England. Thanks Phil. “Keep doin what you’re doin”
Wow, thanks, Stephen! I was 69 when I bought this lathe and decided to get serious about turning. I'm now 73 and don't regret the purchase or the time spent watching and learning from turning videos. We have a valuable asset in TH-cam, me thinks! 😊
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Phil, thanks for the reply.
I’m amazed that you have only been turning for such a relatively short time.
I have really got the bug and am keen to try some of the more unusual pieces but for now, learning the basics is what it’s all about.
Keep up the videos, they are informative as well as amusing.
Best wishes from this side of the water,
Steve
The Sorby tool company was founded by my ancestors (5 and 6 generations ago). I still bear the Sorby name. It is nice to see their tools in use (even though I think the company is now more Lockwood than Sorby). All the best.
Interesting, Gill, thank you!
Phil, It's good for us to step out of our comfort zone.
I like what you do.
Keep it up, but do a few more regular bowls as well.
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Phil you are one of a kind my friend, watching your videos is just like being there with you, incidentally somewhere I would love to be. No one else tells it like you do, you draw the viewer into each and every thing you do, every thought process and technique you employ and when your done I can imagine I’ve been part of the process. Long may you prosper and continue your vocation.
Wow! Thank you so much, Brian, what a wonderful way to start my day!
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Hello from Iceland, like your work.Magnus
Well, personally, I think that’s really beautiful. So congratulations it worked out well but wow, what’s a long drawn out process!!! worth it in the end though
Thank you so much! 😀
I think going over the green with the texture tool was genius! It let the wood color show through. The color combo goes well together. Wonderful as usual! Like others , I like when you talk through the problems with us. Thank you!
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Wanna make me a set of 8 with bowls, mugs, and saucers? Just joking. 😂. It shows outstanding workmanship and design. I didn’t know you had tools to do designs like this. I also love the colours. 👍
Yeah, not something I do very often. I only did it to show that I can but, it's not my type of turning. Still, it's popular with visitors! thank you for watching! 😃
Hey Phil. I appreciate your narration of the uncertainties as you work through a problem. While this was not my favorite of the pieces I’ve watched you turn I think I learned more from this than the others. Please continue to step out of your usual lane, I find it very encouraging. BTW, I never would have guessed you are in the PNW. Me too.
Cool, thanks, Ethan! Howdy neighbor! 😊
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beautiful, I really like it!!
Glad you like it, Gil, thank you! 😊
Different but superb, brilliant. Love it!❤️❤️❤️🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
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Beautiful, birch is one of my favourites. Amazing patience.
Glad you like it, Frances, thank you! 😊
I like it a lot! It reminds me of my Wedding china, but I like borders. Your removing some of the green allows the natural wood color to show, which gives it a golden glow! That I especially like!
Good to know, Beatrice! I like borders, too! Thank you!
Its beautiful Phil.On camera, in my opinion ,it has a stained glass look to it. Im sure your wife will love it.
Thank you, Linette! 😊 She did!
Like the texture. the poly gives it such lovely gloss
Thank you, Judith! 😊
I think it turned out beautifully! It has a south west decorative look.😍😊👍
Thank you, Sunshine! My daughter wants it as do some of the rest of the family and friends. I hang onto it just to show I can do something besides gnarly stuff! LOL! 😃
@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop You definitely should! My hubby is a Machinist and I have several shelves of some of his awesome work. It's fun to have.👍😊
I really like the final result! I have never used a texturing tool, and this video encourages me to give it a try.
Cool, thanks, Bill! 😊
Phil, you're a little hard on yourself buddy ! That looks great, especially with all the 1st in the project. The texture is a really nice addition especially with the colors. The blue really seems to pop against the green with the texture. For something you don't do a lot of, you sure as hell did a marvelous job ! Thank You for always doing such nice projects & telling us what you are doing as you do it. Another beautiful piece !
I appreciate you kind comment, Jason, thank you! 😊
Nicely done Phil. Love watching and learning from you!
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Cool piece Phil. And yes, it's not your usual style but I think it looks like a Grecian plate and I like the colours too! Always good to try something different occasionally and move out of our comfort zone. Good job!
Thank you very much, Stevan! 😊
Thought I would watch some of your older videos whilst you recuperate Phil, I know you are super critical but that came out great, actually looks like it has a fair bit of age to it, in fact if it wasn't so crisp, maybe a few knocks and dents, it could easily go as a period piece. Great work and great turning.
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Minwax poly spray is my go to finish on furniture I refinish. I used poly acrylic for my kitchen island, which was a butcher block work station from the factory my husband worked in. All I did was sand off grime, left all the defects. I love it
Sounds great, Chrissy! 😊
❤ the look of that bowl. I've never touched pepperwood before, but it sure looks nice finished up. When I saw how soft it was, I was worried it wood never smooth out, or maybe it would just fall apart into dust. I think I'm a little bit too heavy handed, I just know that I would never have gotten it to look that good myself. You've got that soft touch, good job.
Thanks for watching, William! 😊
I felt your pain,but it’s a lovely piece. Good for you. 💕
Thank you! 😊
That's absolutely gorgeous Phil, the texture adds great contrast and I like the colours. I'd never have thought to use a pen to add the colour.
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Excellent craftsmanship Phil. Very attractive.
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Really beautiful platter Phil and glad you’re feeling better!
Thank you kindly, Paully!
That's so pretty!
I've used Tombows for drawing and decorative lettering, but I've never used them on wood! I think the new line really made the colors pop.
Cool, thanks! 😊
I think you did a fantastic job. Love the coloring and texturing you did . Really stands out. Again, great job.👍
Wow, thank you, Chris! 😊
you know Phil,it's like our model railroads,it my rail road so do it my way,looking good
There ya go, Fran! 😊
I know this is an older video, but you have a treasure here. I have no doubt that it was well received. Absolutely beautiful! I’m glad you shared it then. As much as I like the natural work you do, I’d love to see you do something like this from time to time.
This is a very popular piece among my visitors, Doug. My daughter has already claimed it but I told her she will have to wait until I'm gone. I enjoy the comments from my visitors. I like to keep it around to show that I can do something besides what I really enjoy doing. 😊
The back looks absolutely beautiful!!!!
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I think it turned out great! I might be a little biased since you did. Use my favorite colors. I personally like doing new things. You get nervous about it but sometimes letting your imagination run can be a good thing. And Mr. Phil this time it was a good thing.
Haha, thank you, Lynda! It's very popular with visitors. I like it just because it shows I CAN turn normal, just don't want to most of the time. 😊
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Gorgeous, Love the Color Combo with the Natural and the Texture Design
Cool, thank you, Jody! 😊
Hi Phil I like the platter a lot Phil I am from Glasgow Scotland l love your channel.
Cool, thanks for letting me know where you are, Alister! 😊
Hi Phil, you are on the right track. It is looking great . It is fantastic,colars are nice and contrasting .Thank you for giving me this oportunati to wach you makin it.
You are very welcome, A Zak, thank you for watching! 😊
I really like it. It’s far out of your comfort zone, and I’m sure you learned a lot. I learned a word I hadn’t heard before, chatoyance - the grain really reminded me of tigers eye but wasn’t familiar with the term. Everyday’s a school day as they say
Yup, just keep learning, Tracy, I sure do! 😊
beautiful color & texture with a shimmer shine Well Done!
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Phil, I think it turned out beautiful. Fantastic job.
Thank you, Gary! 😊 Cheers!
I like the blue better too . But the green does kinda help set off the blue . I like it a lot !
Thank you, Jeff! 😊
The platter is beautiful. As usual 😊
I'm glad you like it, Karen, thank you! 😄
Nice outcome! I'm glad you decided to leave the recess. I've turned too many bowls into very large napkin rings.
Yeah, it happens. We all gotta go through the bottom once in awhile just to keep us humble! LOL!
Liked this alot, platter is very good. Thanks for doing these love watching what you do 😊
My pleasure, Denise, thank you for watching! 😊
Beautiful work of art. I've seen lesser pieces in museums. You're an inspiration.
Wow, thank you so much, Frank!
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This plate with the color is stunning and breathtakingly beautiful .
great piece. that tool really makes a difference on such a large piece
Thanks, Earl! 😊
Very nice Phil! I love it but I love what you do! That gizmo is cool!
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I like the textured, especially the green.
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It's an amazing piece! Very beautiful on several levels.
Thank you very much! 😊
As an artist, you were very brave to use the Tombow markers! I’m glad you got the look you wanted. They are water-soluble. I wouldn’t have taken the chance, but it turned out fabulous!
Because they are water based I didn't think an alcohol based product would affect them. Guess I was wrong. I'm glad you like it, Betsy, thank you! 😊
Looks great Phil, love your work, love watching your videos, stay cool Phil.....wes
Thanks, will do! 😊
Phil - Love the plate, texture and colors(U.S. spelling of colors) . Request: would like you to demonstrate how you would support this plate and other turnings for final trimming of the base. As a relatively new turner that would be most helpful. Thanks for your sharing of your expertise. Johnnie C
Thank you, John! When I turn platters I almost always use a recess so there may not be further trimming of the base. If I had used a tenon, I would have used one of my flat, round blocks of wood and some non-slip material to hold the piece against the chuck, tailstock support and just removed the tenon on the lathe. I show this in many bowl turning videos, probably a couple hundred times, I guess. Hope that helps!
Hiya Phil! I was going to suggest after adding color, a very light sanding over the scrolling to show off the texture. But you final result looks amazing and I wouldn't change a thing. Green is my favorite color so nice choice in my opinion. I know this is an older video but I'm going back thru your vids and getting caught up. Enjoying every one of them ! 👍👍
I was even more "talky" in those earlier vids and some were pretty dang long. Sorry, R G! 😊
I like what it did. The blue looks like the sky and the green accented the pattern. It looks aged.
Cool, thanks, Perry! 😊
Hey Phil, you're not giving yourself enough credit mate. The platter is absolutely fabulous. I thought the spiral effect was great. Then you added the color which took it to a whole new level... The combination of the blue with the richness of the honey was a master stroke.
Wow, thanks, Ron! I will agree with you, the blue really sets this piece off.
I love the colors and again nice job Phil.
Thanks, Michael! 😊
Never to old to learn
True enough! 😊
I do enjoy your regular artwork but it’s nice to see you turn like this every once in awhile. It turned out magnificent my friend
Thank you, William! 😊
Really enjoyed this one, Phil, especially watching how you worked through the process. And it shows the effect of the finish on making the coloring pop!
I almost made a real mess of it, Stewart but it did turn out in the end. I'm glad you enjoyed it, thanks for your time and comment!
I might have tried darker wood stains on it before painting, but like most paints, you need a primer on there first. 😊👍🏻
I love how you talk to us, the audience, and explain what you’re thinking! I’ve got a couple turners on my list but struggle watching them because they don’t talk. So, thank you sir! You keep my attention! Beautiful piece by the way!
Thank you very much, Tina! I like to think we are all just gathered around the lathe shooting the breeze. 😊
It looked like a lot of work a little scary at times but all and all a very nice piece
Thank you, Michael! 😊
Hi Phil. Another re-watch of an oldie for me. Love the texture and hope one day to be able to buy the Sorby Texturing tools, but still feeling the sting of the cost of the new lath! :-) Sooo -
I will stick with the natural turnings until I somehow manage to convince my bride that I "Really Need" those texturing tools. As you say -- "By for now" Stay safe - Dennis
Cool, thanks, Dennis! I've got the texturing tools but I use them so seldom that, for me, it was probably a wasted expense. Still, if you can convince the bride, you'll be ready for anything! 😊
WOW ! Very well done ! Thanks for sharing .
Thanks for watching, Dan! 😊
I think it looks very good you do incredibly good work the blue the green the brown it looks great
Thank you, Henry! Cheers!